Meropenem HS Code Trade Classification — 30 Codes, $669.2M Trade

Q: How much Meropenem is exported under HS code 30?

Under HS code 30, India exports $377.3M worth of Meropenem, representing 56.4% of total Meropenem trade. This involves 14 shipments from 1 Indian exporters to 1 buyers in 1 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Meropenem from India?

The top importing countries for Meropenem from India are Belgium, United States, Australia. The leading importer Belgium accounts for $71.4M in trade value. In total, Meropenem is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 30 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Meropenem exporters from India?

The leading Meropenem exporters from India include PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV ($411.4M), SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED ($81.8M), EUGIA PHARMA SPECIALITIES LIMITED ($28.6M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $669.2M.

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Meropenem

India Pharmaceutical Trade Intelligence

$222.9M401 Suppliers134 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → BELGIUM32.0%India → UNITED STATES15.5%

ImportsSWITZERLAND → India$418.3M BELGIUM → India$257.7K

#1 Supplier: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL #1 Buyer: YUSEN LOGISTICS

Meropenem HS Codes (2026) — 30 Classifications, $669.2M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Meropenem HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Meropenem under 30 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $669.2M across 3,741 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)), accounting for 56.4% of all Meropenem trade at $377.3M. HS 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) follows at 24.2% ($162.1M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.6% of total Meropenem trade from India. The average transaction value is $178878. Key importing markets include Belgium, United States, Australia. Leading exporters include PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV and SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Meropenem HS Code Analysis — 30 classifications, $669.2M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Meropenem HS code analysis — 30 classifications · $669.2M trade value · 3,741 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Meropenem HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30	$377.3M	56.4%	14	$9987.59	1	1
#2	30042099	$162.1M	24.2%	864

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 56.4% of Meropenem trade

$377.3M

Trade Value

56.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$9987.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MERONEM 1G 30ML VIAL 1X10 CTN IN (MEROPENEM INJECT...

MERONEM 500MG 20ML VIAL 1X10 CTN IN (MEROPENEM INJ...

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 24.2% of Meropenem trade

$162.1M

Trade Value

24.2%

Market Share

864

Transactions

$65.29

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 71Buyers: 231Countries: 134

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION 1G/VIAL (Meropen

MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION 1 G/VIAL (Merope

MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION 500 MG/VIAL (Mer

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 16.1% of Meropenem trade

$107.6M

Trade Value

16.1%

Market Share

1,895

Transactions

$10.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 326Buyers: 565Countries: 226

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM 1.0 GM POWDER FOR SOLUTION FOR

MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION 500MG USP (MEROP

H.L.MEDICINE-MEDIPENIME-MEROPENEM 1GM B.

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 2.5% of Meropenem trade

$16.7M

Trade Value

2.5%

Market Share

434

Transactions

$3.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 107Buyers: 179Countries: 123

Common Product Descriptions:

MONAN 1 G. (MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP

ZENEM 1GM INJ (MEROPENEM INJECTION) (600

ZENEM-500MG INJ (MEROPENEM INJECTION) (3

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.5% of Meropenem trade

$3.1M

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

368

Transactions

$4.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 90Buyers: 140Countries: 91

Common Product Descriptions:

MERO FH 1G MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION U

MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP 1000MG(MEROP

SEAPENEM(MEROPENEM FOR INJECTLON USP 100

HS 30049087

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.2% of Meropenem trade

$1.1M

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 23Buyers: 34Countries: 23

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM INJECTION IP 1 GM

Meropenem Inj 1gm (MEROCRIT)

MERONEM INJ (MEROPENEM 1G)

HS 30049044

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$224.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.76

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM 500 MG POWDER FOR SOLUTION FORINJECTION ...

MID-LIFE MEROPENEM 1000 (MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION U...

HS 30049034

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$140.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.78

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

TARO-MEROPENEM INJ 1GM PACK: 10 VIALS BA

IZIPENEM 500 Meropenem Injection500mg

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$122.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.62

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM MED...

PHARMACEUTICAL GOOD / HARMLESS MEDICINEMEROSAFE (M...

#10

HS 30043190

Other medicaments containing insulin (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$109.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

GALPEN 1 GM INJECTION MEROPENEM FOR INJE

GALPEN 1 GM INJECTION MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP ...

#11

HS 30049099

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$102.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.57

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 9Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPINT INJECTION (MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP 10...

ZENEM 1GM INJECTION[250 VIALS]EACH VIALCONT. MEROP...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION-RONEM...

#12

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$88.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM 1000MG +SULBACTAM 500MG INJECT

MEROPIX-MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP 1000MG IV VIAL...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT FOR HUMAN USE ONLY ERONEM 1...

#13

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$76.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.05

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP 1000 MG & ST

MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP 1G VERPENEM

#14

HS 30041030

Penicillin V and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$75.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.06

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

PENOM 1000 INJ (MEROPENEM 1GM), BATCH NO

MEROPENEM 1G INJECTION (POWDER FOR SOLUT

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONBATCH NO. 2...

#15

HS 30045039

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$62.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM INJECTION USP 500MG(33113 VLS(

#16

HS 30044990

Other medicaments containing alkaloids or derivatives (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$54.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MENEM 1 G (MEROPENEM INJECTION 1 G) - S

#17

HS 30041010

Ampicillin and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$48.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.61

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM 500 MG INJECTION (MEROBIL 0.5

Meropenem for Injection USP 1 gm (MEROTR

MEROPENEM 500MG INJECTION WITH MONO TRAYAND INSERT...

#18

HS 30049011

Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$40.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPENEM FOR INJECTION USP 1G (15000 X

#19

HS 30042039

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$32.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.93

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MD-NEMPERO INJ - MEROPENEM INJ

#20

HS 30049088

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.0% of Meropenem trade

$30.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

MEROPLAN 1GM INJECTION 3000 VIAL EACHPCS CONT MERO...

MEROPLAN 1GM INJECTION 2000 VIAL EACH PCS CONT MER...

MEROPLAN 1GM INJECTION [1000 VIAL] EACHPCS CONT.ME...

Where Meropenem is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Meropenem from India, by trade value

India exports Meropenem to 10+ countries under 30 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Belgium ($71.4M), followed by United States ($34.6M) and Australia ($19.4M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Meropenem pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Belgium	$71.4M	10.7%
#2	United States	$34.6M	5.2%
#3	Australia	$19.4M	2.9%
#4	Germany	$13.3M	2.0%
#5	Saudi Arabia	$11.0M	1.6%
#6	Sri Lanka	$8.4M	1.3%
#7	Mexico	$5.3M	0.8%
#8	Peru	$4.1M	0.6%
#9	Hungary	$3.6M	0.5%
#10	Philippines	$3.4M	0.5%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Meropenem primarily under HS code 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Meropenem HS Codes

The Harmonized System (HS) is an internationally standardized system of names and numbers to classify traded products. Developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO), it is used by over 200 countries for customs tariffs, trade statistics, and regulatory compliance. Each HS code is a 6-digit number (extended to 8 digits in India's Customs Tariff Schedule) that precisely identifies a product category.

How Meropenem HS Codes Work

Meropenem falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 30 codes used for Meropenem exports span multiple headings:

Heading 3003 — Medicaments not put up in measured doses or for retail sale (bulk APIs, intermediates)
Heading 3004 — Medicaments put up in measured doses or for retail sale (finished formulations)
Heading 3005 — Wadding, gauze, bandages for medical use
Heading 3006 — Pharmaceutical goods (sutures, reagents, dental cements)

The most significant distinction for Meropenem is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Meropenem trade (as finished formulations ready for dispensing). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30 refers to "Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Meropenem Export Classification

Correct HS code classification is critical for Meropenem exports from India. Misclassification can result in customs delays, incorrect duty assessment, and regulatory penalties. Key compliance considerations for pharmaceutical stakeholders:

Import Duty Classification

Meropenem import duties vary significantly by HS code and destination country. HS 3004 (finished formulations) typically attracts different duty rates than HS 3003 (bulk APIs). Many developing countries offer preferential rates for essential medicines including Meropenem.

DGFT & Indian Customs Requirements

Indian exporters must declare the correct 8-digit ITC-HS code on shipping bills filed with the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). Meropenem exports require Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) approval and must comply with Drug & Cosmetics Act regulations.

WHO Prequalification

For international procurement (UNICEF, Global Fund), Meropenem products must meet WHO Prequalification standards. WHO PQ status affects which HS codes are eligible for preferential procurement pricing and duty exemptions in recipient countries.

Country-Specific Registration

Each destination country requires product registration before import. Key markets like Belgium and United States have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Advanced Antibiotics — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Advanced Antibiotics therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Meropenem

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Meropenem HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Meropenem, classified under HS Chapter 30, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries.

Belgium and Germany: As European Union (EU) member states, both countries apply the EU's Common External Tariff. For HS Chapter 30, the MFN tariff rate is 0%, reflecting the EU's commitment to facilitating access to pharmaceutical products. Additionally, under the EU-India Free Trade Agreement negotiations, discussions have included further liberalization of pharmaceutical tariffs, though no finalized agreement is in place as of March 26, 2026.

United States: The U.S. International Trade Commission indicates that pharmaceutical products under HS Chapter 30 generally benefit from a 0% MFN tariff rate. The U.S. also maintains the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program, which, when active, provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from developing countries, including India. However, the GSP status for India has been subject to periodic reviews and changes; stakeholders should consult the latest U.S. Trade Representative announcements for current status.

Australia: According to the Australian Border Force, Australia imposes a 0% MFN tariff rate on pharmaceutical products under HS Chapter 30. The India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA), effective since December 2025, further solidifies this duty-free access for Indian pharmaceutical exports, including Meropenem.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Meropenem HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Meropenem, an antibiotic used to treat severe infections, is typically classified under HS code 3004 when presented in measured doses or retail packaging, and under HS code 3003 when in bulk form without such packaging. Our data indicates that 56.4% of Meropenem shipments were classified under the primary HS code 30, suggesting potential misclassification. Common errors include misclassifying bulk Meropenem under 3004 or finished dosage forms under 3003. Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and shipment delays. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities have emphasized the importance of accurate classification to ensure proper duty assessment and compliance.

TransData Nexus Research · WTO tariff schedules, WCO classification, pharmacopoeia standardsMar 2026

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Meropenem HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Meropenem is recognized in major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs specify stringent purity and assay requirements to ensure the drug's efficacy and safety. Dissolution testing is mandated to confirm the release profile of the drug, ensuring consistent therapeutic effects. Stability testing, as per the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, is conducted across different climatic zones to assess the drug's shelf life and storage conditions. Compliance with these standards is crucial for market approval and patient safety.

TransData Nexus Research · WTO tariff schedules, WCO classification, pharmacopoeia standardsMar 2026

Frequently Asked Questions — Meropenem HS Codes

Common questions about Meropenem trade classification, answered with data from Indian Customs records.

What is the HS code for Meropenem exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Meropenem exports from India is 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)), which accounts for 56.4% of all Meropenem trade valued at $377.3M. In total, India exports Meropenem under 30 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Meropenem trade?

Meropenem is exported from India under 30 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $669.2M across 3,741 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.6% of total trade.

What is HS code 30?

HS code 30 refers to "Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Meropenem, this code covers $377.3M in trade value with 14 transactions, 1 suppliers, and 1 buyers across 1 countries. The average unit price under this code is $9987.59.

What is the difference between HS 30 and 30042099 for Meropenem?

HS 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)) accounts for 56.4% of Meropenem trade ($377.3M) with an average unit price of $9987.59, while HS 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) covers 24.2% ($162.1M) at $65.29 per unit. HS 30 involves 1 suppliers and 1 buyers, compared to 71 suppliers and 231 buyers for HS 30042099.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

HS code classifications follow the WCO Harmonized System. Verify tariff rates with your national customs authority.

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

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Pharmaceutical Export-Import Analyst & Trade Intelligence Expert

Suresh Sormare is a pharmaceutical export-import analyst with deep expertise in Indian Customs (DGFT) data, HS code classification, and global pharmaceutical supply chains. His analysis covers 10M+ shipment records across 150+ countries and is used by manufacturers, procurement agencies, and trade consultants worldwide. Suresh specializes in identifying verified suppliers and buyers from customs records, mapping bilateral pharmaceutical trade corridors, analyzing tariff structures and regulatory frameworks across 170+ destination markets, and benchmarking competitive positioning for finished pharmaceutical formulations. His methodology combines granular customs transaction data with regulatory intelligence from FDA, EMA, WHO, CDSCO, and 40+ national drug authorities to deliver actionable trade insights for the pharmaceutical formulations sector.

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Primary Data Source

All trade data is sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) official shipping bill records — the authoritative government database for India's pharmaceutical trade. Each verified record contains exporter name, consignee (buyer) name, detailed product description, quantity, declared FOB value (USD), port of loading, destination country, and shipment date.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Meropenem HS Codes

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How many HS codes are used for Meropenem trade?

What is HS code 30?

What is the difference between HS 30 and 30042099 for Meropenem?

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